Aria is down for the count when sidelined by the flu, so Hanna and Emily are on their own to follow up on a new clue. Surprisingly, Meredith steps up to help take care of Aria while her father is away, but when it starts to look like Meredith may have ulterior motives to her nursing Aria back to health, Hanna and Emily turn their attention towards saving their friend. Is Meredith just trying to start anew with Aria and be her number one fan, or is there reason for her friends to be concerned?

Meanwhile, Spencer takes a break from all the sleuthing to surprise Toby for their anniversary.

Recap

The episode begins with Aria on the couch, drinking some of Meredith’s “cure-all” tea to try to kick her illness. Spencer, Emily, and Hanna are on hand to boost Aria up and watch “Saved by the Bell” DVDs. As the girls are discussing the possibility of Byron having been the one responsible for Ali’s disappearance, they don’t realize that they’re being watched through the windows. Toby and Mona are in a new “A” lair, discussing the fact that Toby thinks they’re rushing things, and Mona telling him that she isn’t in charge. The following day, Emily walks into Toby’s apartment carrying a coffee. ..